Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Brush Transformers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented engineer to design and manage the implementation of electrical and mechanical building services. This role involves collaborating with clients to develop comprehensive project briefs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will be responsible for producing detailed design reports, overseeing the tender process, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout construction. Join a forward-thinking consultancy known for its environmentally friendly projects and make a significant impact in the built environment across the UK.

Qualifications

• Graduate qualification in engineering is essential.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of Electrical and Mechanical Building Services.
• Produce detailed design reports including drawings and specifications.
• Ensure effective cost controls and monitor project progress.

Skills

Electrical Engineering systems

Mechanical Engineering systems

Project Management

ISO9001 Quality Management

Technical Standards (Scotland)

Specification, simulation and modelling techniques

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Education

Graduate qualification in engineering

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

AutoCAD

IES

NBS

Job description

About The Role

Job Summary:

To design and manage the implementation of Electrical and Mechanical Building Services to ensure they fully meet the client's requirements and that projects are delivered within budget and on programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with client to develop a detailed brief of their electrical and mechanical building services requirements and produce a report which demonstrates clear understanding of the client's needs.
• Conduct an Options Appraisal and produce a report for the client justifying the recommendations made to ensure client sign off of brief.
• Manage the Engineers and graduates on the project team from within Rybka and guide them on all internal aspects of the programme delivery.
• Develop effective working relationships with the wider design team (Quantity Surveyor, Architects, Structural and Civil Engineers) to ensure the whole construction project delivers the client's needs.
• Produce outline design, scheme design, and detailed design reports including drawings and specifications.
• Manage the tender process to ensure the most appropriate contractors are selected to deliver the project on behalf of the client.
• Ensure the successful completion of the physical construction of the project by monitoring and reviewing on–site activity to ensure progress and quality.
• Ensure that effective cost controls are in place and provide advice on specific project finances to other team members to keep expenditure within budget or highlight any potential overspend and agree with the client.
• Validate the commissioning process to ensure all products and services implemented meet the required specifications.
• Advise on the operating and maintenance manuals produced by contractors to support the services installed.
• Ensure the effective handover of the project from the contractor and ensure the final construction meets the agreed requirements and design intent.
• Conduct review of H&S and risk assessments under the Construction Design and Management Regulations and sign off compliance with these regulations.
• Maintain up to date industry knowledge of products and services to ensure the client always receives the best advice.
• Mentor and train Undergraduate, Graduate and Engineers within the business.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:Qualifications

• Graduate qualification in an engineering subject (with the ability to progress to Chartered Engineer status) is essential.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartered status is desirable.

Experience

Essential:

• Experience of substantial, complex construction projects.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of operating in an ISO9001 Quality Management System.
• Working Knowledge of Electrical Engineering systems.
• Appreciation and experience of the Technical Standards (Scotland) and relevant British standards.
• Knowledge of specification, simulation and modelling techniques such as AutoCAD, IES, NBS, Cable Design, Lighting Design & lift traffic analysis.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (especially Excel).

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering systems.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and low carbon design.
• Knowledge of Planning legislative requirements.

About The Company

RYBKA, part of the BRUSH Group, is a multi–disciplined engineering consultancy practice that specialise in mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) projects in the built environment. With offices based across Scotland, RYBKA are recognised for their environmentally friendly projects and cost–effective engineering which has led to them being awarded multiple Scottish Design Awards.

With a proven track record of delivering projects across the UK since 1930, RYBKA specialises in transport, hospitality, healthcare, education, commercial and defence. Key projects include – Dunfermline Learning Campus, East Lothian Community Hospital, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Edinburgh Airport Terminal Expansion and Village Hotels.